10th Anniversary Celebration of the Daniel M. DiLella Center for Real Estate

Daniel M. DiLella
Center for Real Estate
CELEBRATING 10 YEARS

CELEBRATING 10 YEARS
DiLella Center for Real Estate
It’s hard to believe that 10 years have elapsed since the Real Estate Center first opened its doors.
Having spent my entire career in the field, I had long felt that enhancing the VSB student experience
with real estate coursework and exposure would be invaluable to the school and students alike.
When then-Dean James Danko, Shawn Howton and I started seriously discussing the introduction
of a real estate curriculum into the business school program, I knew that this longtime goal finally
had the support it needed to be realized. For me, the project was fueled by my desire to give back to
Villanova for all it had given me; I was also excited to expose students to the dynamic profession that
has brought me so much career fulfillment over the years.
The ultimate goal was to give Villanova students a comprehensive, pragmatic
undergraduate real estate experience that would prepare them for a career in the
industry after graduation.
I think we have achieved these objectives over the past 10 years—in fact, I think we have
far exceeded them. We now have an undergraduate Real Estate degree—one of the largest
graduating majors in VSB, and one of only a handful of such programs in the country. We have
dedicated real estate professors who bring their real-world experiences into the classroom. We
have an extensive network of real estate entrepreneurs and executives who mentor our students
and provide invaluable internship opportunities that lead to real jobs after graduation. We have
an elite board comprised of national leaders in all aspects of the industry. The students who have
completed the program are excelling in their respective areas of the field, and many are now
returning to the Center itself as mentors and as contributors to the future success of the program.
This is our legacy.
– Dan DiLella ’73 VSB

DiLella Center for Real Estate 10th Anniversary
Villanova Real Estate Family,
Welcome to the 10th anniversary celebration of the
Daniel M. DiLella Center for Real Estate. Whether you
have been with us since the beginning or are just
finding out about us, the following pages should
provide a glimpse of what the Center is about and
what we hope to become.
It is hard to believe it has been 10 years since the
beginning of the DiLella Center. It seems like yesterday
that I met Dan in Dean Jim Danko’s office to discuss
my vision for the Center. I didn’t have a good idea
about what the Center could become, but I told Dan
and Jim that if they decided I would be the faculty
director, it would be student centered. I pursued my
PhD and a career in academics so I could impact the
lives of young people embarking on their careers. This
fit with Dan’s vision of what the Center should try to
accomplish; he agreed this should be a focus, and
this decade-long journey began. In the pages of this
10-year publication you can read about all we have
accomplished and get some previews of where we
hope to go. I am very proud to have been a part of
the DiLella Center since its inception. It has been the
highlight of my career, and I can’t wait for the things
to come.
THE DILELLA CENTER HAS BECOME THE HOME OF
ONE OF THE BEST REAL ESTATE PROGRAMS IN THE
COUNTRY. OUR JOB PLACEMENTS, PERFORMANCE
IN NATIONAL CASE COMPETITIONS, ADVISORY
COUNCILS AND PROGRAMMING COMPETE WITH
LARGER, AND MUCH OLDER, CENTERS AROUND THE
COUNTRY.
This type of growth and success is rare in academics
and there are many people to thank. The Villanova
University and VSB administration have been very
supportive of our aggressive agenda. We have been
blessed with great leadership, and that continues
to this day. Dan DiLella’s leadership and vision have
pushed us from the very beginning.
He did not just give a large gift and walk away. Dan
provides a push when needed, advocacy on behalf of
the Center, and time and treasure beyond what would
be fair to expect. He has acted as the leader of our
Advisory Council and is a great mentor to me and
our staff. All of our current and past Advisory Council
members have provided resources and terrific advice
from the very beginning. We could not have grown
and thrived without them.
We have been lucky to have the best internal team in
the country. The Center’s accomplishments are completely
driven by the DiLella team. Jessica Taylor and
prior to her, Tim Hoffman, are and were incredible in
the director role. Their passion for the Center and our
students has been the heart of all we do. Kate Gentile
and prior to her, Angela Layne, have provided support
for Jessica beyond their years. Professor of Practice
Charlie Davidson and Adjunct Professor and Business
Fellow Tony Ziccardi are the best pair of teachers I can
imagine. The way they connect with our students is
the epitome of the Villanova experience. Charlie and
Tony are not just teachers; they become mentors for
life for so many of our students and inspire me to
try to be a better teacher every day. All of our adjuncts,
speakers and mentors provide their unique industry
insight to allow our students lessons far beyond the
classroom.
Finally, Villanova students bring a unique blend of
intelligence, social skills and values that have proven
a great fit for the real estate industry. We help train
them, but their parents and families provide a base
for them to grow from. Thanks to all the students that
have taken the risk to major in a new area and their
parents who let them. You are and will always be the
core of the Center.
“
Our Augustinian and
value-based core,
East Coast location,
and engaged alumni
base provide an
environment to build
a program that rivals
any in the world.”
Over the last decade we have built the foundation of
the DiLella Center together. I truly believe the best is
yet to come. The unique nature of Villanova University
is a perfect fit for the real estate industry.
Building this world-class Center will take considerable
resources and we will need all of your help. Hire
a student, join an Advisory Council, give a donation,
become a mentor and be involved with our programs.
I think real estate education is set to grow in prominence
across the country as the world focuses on a
built environment that requires change. Villanovans
should be leaders in these efforts and your continued
support will allow this to happen. I hope to see all of
you in person during our 10-year celebrations and as
always, “Go Cats!”
Kind Regards,
Shawn Howton, PhD
Faculty Director, DiLella Center for Real Estate
Professor, Finance
I joined the DiLella Center in fall 2010 and
quickly realized that I had become part of
something very special—a family of colleagues,
students, alumni and community members,
each working through real estate to ignite
change. The DiLella Center has created a
network of Villanovans working in real estate
that connect and collaborate professionally,
and care deeply for one another and their
communities.
Over the past 10 years, one of the DiLella
Center’s primary objectives has been to build
relationships. We meet with our real estate
students, one on one, to understand their
career goals and preferences and then begin
making introductions.
The networking opportunities are sometimes
structured and sometimes very informal;
from the career conference to game watches
to the annual real estate BBQ at Professor
Charlie Davidson’s home, the intent is always
the same—strengthen the Villanova real
estate community by fostering relationships.
The following stories—one from each year of
the DiLella Center’s history—are just a small
sampling of Villanovans helping Villanovans to
succeed in business and in life. The Villanova
Real Estate family foundation has been set; I
am excited to see what will be built upon it in
the years to come.
Enjoy!
Jessica Taylor
Director, DiLella Center for Real Estate
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’08 VSB
Katie Lombardo (Ciullo)
’09 VSB
Rick Murphy
My debut into the real estate industry began when I interned at KTR Capital Partners the summer after my junior year
at Villanova. Working for the CFO of the company, Pete Lloyd ’92 VSB, I quickly learned the diligence and work ethic
required to thrive in this field. Recognizing Pete’s mentorship and enthusiasm, I was inspired to support my fellow alums
and give back to other rising real estate professionals just like he had done for me. He taught me that it’s not only what
you know, but also who you know, and how you expand and cultivate your network that can put you a step ahead.
After a few years at Wells Fargo Bank as a commercial real estate lender, I crossed over to the equity side and am
currently with Angelo, Gordon & Co., a New York City-based strategic investment firm. As a vice president in the Net
Lease strategy, we purchase net lease real estate assets through sale-leaseback transactions, primarily consisting of
single-tenant properties on long-term leases. Through my experience at Angelo, Gordon & Co., I achieved a Certified
Property Manager designation. I believe that my time in both the debt and equity sides of the business has enhanced my
real estate knowledge and made me a well-rounded professional in the industry.
The faculty, staff and spearheading team of the Daniel M. DiLella Center for Real Estate deserve credit for giving this line
of business the recognition it deserves. When I attended VSB, there were only two real-estate-specific courses being
offered. It wasn’t until the DiLella Center was established that I was fortunate enough to connect with alums, undergrads
and faculty to maintain a close real estate network. I’m currently involved in the Nova Next Council and the mentor/mentee
program. Through my membership, I’ve been able to help graduates and undergraduates secure paying internships
and full-time positions. Seeing and participating in the achievements of fellow Villanova graduates provides me with a
sense of purpose outside of the daily responsibilities at the office. Careers are seasoned by the relationships and experiences
formed along the way that help foster opportunities. I’m proud to be an active member in the DiLella Center, as it
has given me the seeds to sprout my career and the careers of so many more.
“Hearing Katie’s story and watching her career progress is exactly why I’m proud to
be part of the Villanova community—and why I’m especially glad to be a part of the
school’s Center for Real Estate! The faculty real estate team and others involved in the
Center have done an amazing job over the last 10 years of molding many real estate
professionals that not only contribute to the industry, but give back to Villanova.
Pete Lloyd
’92 VSB
Even years ago, when we were lucky enough to convince Katie to spend her summer at
CFO
KTR, I knew then she would be successful in her career because she’d been taught
well, guided appropriately and prepared exceptionally. Upon my own graduation from
Jim Vesey
Milestone
Villanova, I didn’t realize how my affiliation with the school and the real estate program
’81 VSB
would open so many doors for me. The relationships that I’ve built through Villanova
Principal
and the Center have become life-long friendships. My relationship with Katie is a
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terrific example of long-term involvement. Both of us have helped each other in
multiple ways and we were able to support other students because the Center for Real
Estate at Villanova prepared us while giving us plenty of opportunities.”
The Real Estate minor popped up out of nowhere. Without room on the schedule to spare, I decided it was something
I really wanted to do, or at least give a try. I liked the idea of investing in a physical asset. A building that you can walk
over and kick was more interesting than stock symbols flickering on a screen. Soon I was hooked—8:30 a.m. class was
a crime against second-semester seniors, but I looked forward to heading to Bartley twice a week at what felt like the
crack of dawn to a college student. The draw wasn’t necessarily the material. It was the passion of the adjunct professors
like Jim Vesey ’81 VSB who were there for their own enjoyment. It was obvious they lived and breathed real estate in a
way I had never seen from people in other professions.
Graduating in 2009 was a blessing in disguise. Amid the turmoil of the financial crisis, even the undesirable jobs evaporated.
The crushing failure of graduating without a job gave me the opportunity to fully pursue what I now knew I wanted to
do. It was off to Johns Hopkins for a master’s in Real Estate. VSB and the DiLella Center prepared me well for graduatelevel
work. Classmates were from some of the best schools in the world, as well as several years older. The curriculum
was centered around a yearlong development project that was a re-creation of the Villanova project where we evaluated
how to develop a site at the intersection of I-476 and I-276 in Plymouth Meeting. I was well ahead of the game.
I joined LaSalle Investment Management in 2010 and have spent my career covering East Coast acquisitions for the firm.
Current responsibilities include sourcing, underwriting and due diligence for multifamily investments. The past few years
have brought the opportunity to close $1.1B of multifamily acquisitions (3,600+ units), and a career total of $2.9B when
including office and retail experience from my first several years with the firm.
Driving I-476 through Plymouth Meeting is a reminder of where I’ve come from, but more importantly why this career
has been so enjoyable. Today an apartment complex stands on the site that was once the subject of our class project. The
process to decide how to develop that property helped me find my passion, and in many ways not much has changed.
While the developer executed a different vision than our group had, seeing that field give way to a community where
hundreds of people choose to live their lives is why this career is so fulfilling. It’s not hyperbole to say that I owe a career
that I love to Villanova’s Real Estate program. In hindsight, looking forward to those 8:30 classes was a clear sign of
direction. Real estate got me out of bed in the morning—happily, it still does.
“One of the most satisfying aspects of teaching real estate classes at Villanova is when
a student decides that they want to make real estate a career and then goes out and
becomes a respected professional in the field. Rick Murphy was in my very first class
and the light bulb went off in that semester. Rick and his friend Nick won the ‘Best in
Class’ award for final presentations and received the automatic A that went with it.
He then pursued an MSRE. Today Rick decides which opportunities LaSalle Investment
Management should invest in and is thriving in the industry. I am genuinely excited
every time I see him at a Nova event to see how well he is doing and how much he loves
his career!”
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’10 VSB
Maria Marra (Pento)
CELEBRATING 10 YEARS
The world of real estate is an exciting place to develop a career. For the past seven years, since graduating, I have been
working for CBRE. I knew that by joining the largest commercial real estate firm, I would gain the knowledge and develop
the skills necessary to find my passion and succeed. By starting off in the Research department, I familiarized myself
with the market trends, deal structures and basic lease knowledge. Shortly thereafter, I was recruited into Asset Services
and moved my way up to Real Estate manager. Since then, I have managed everything from desolate, vacant properties
to million-square-feet portfolios for Fortune 500 companies.
Currently, I manage a Class A, four-building office park in central New Jersey. My day includes financial reporting, contract
bidding, property tours, construction management and the occasional hot/cold call. The dedication and passion I have
for my job are worth it when my client calls with his satisfaction and praise. Every day is an adventure. I love not knowing
what to expect when I walk into my office every morning, and look forward to accepting each challenge that comes my
way!
As a student at VSB, I was one of the first classes eligible to get a minor in Real Estate. The courses Dr. Howton developed
were hands-on, practical and particularly useful to those venturing out into the real world. I served on the Real Estate
Club’s board and witnessed the launch of the DiLella Center, a tremendous value-add to VSB. The Center gave real
estate a platform at Villanova and immediately partnered with alumni to create a solid networking group for students.
Through this network I met Ed DaCosta ’81 VSB, an executive vice president at CBRE. After being hired by CBRE, having
a familiar face in the office to discuss the basketball game results with turned into a relationship of respect and admiration
for what Ed has accomplished in his career. Ed’s son followed in his footsteps and attended Villanova. Ed mentored me
like he mentored his son, and made it a point to look after me early on in my career.
A large part of my success as a Real Estate manager is due to Villanova, the DiLella Center and mentors like Ed DaCosta. My
education, both in and out of the classroom, has enabled me to become a CPM (Certified Property Manager) candidate,
which is a designation issued through the Institute of Real Estate Management. I expect to complete this process by
spring and will carry it proudly along with my degree from VSB!
Edward J. DaCosta
’81 VSB
Executive VP
CBRE{
“Maria is a true professional in every way. Since arriving at CBRE it’s been clear
that she is committed to her work and succeeding at everything she does. Her
future is very bright and her serious commitment to her career is a great
reflection on VSB’s DiLella Center for Real Estate. I’m proud to call her a friend,
colleague and fellow VSB alumni!”
“Real estate education is relatively new to the academic world.
What vision Dan had to be the impetus to create the DiLella
Center at Villanova University.
The Center provided me a way to give back by teaching our future leaders of real
estate, helping place these students into jobs in the industry, and seeing them
bloom into strong, determined real estate professionals. For our students, it’s the
ability to learn the intricate pieces of our industry. They have repeatedly stated
that our courses were the best in their learning experience at Villanova. They really
love the real-life experience!”
– Tony Ziccardi, Business Fellow
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’11 VSB and CLAS
Chris Affinito and Isabel Affinito (Tinker)
We’ve taken a winding path to get from Villanova class of 2011 to residential agents and developers in Austin, Texas in
2017. It all started at a frat party. Chris and I met our sophomore year of college at a Sigma Chi party, and were dating
not long after. As we approached graduation, I had no idea what I wanted to do with a double major in History and
Theology. I had taken these courses because I found them fascinating, not considering for a moment how they might
translate into employment.
Chris, luckily, was a Business major heavily involved in the DiLella Center. He had chosen a real estate focus because,
as he told me at the time, real estate seemed “cooler” than other asset classes. My husband is the sort of person who
gets excited about Excel spreadsheets, so he is also the type who would think asset classes can be “cool.” He asked me
if I wanted to volunteer to help at a real estate case competition. It was an event that attracted Villanova alums hugely
successful in the real estate field. At the time, being a cash-strapped college student, I was much more excited by the
prospect of a free meal than by the opportunity to network with people who would make my career. I’ve forgotten what
I ate, but I remember who I met.
One of the people I was lucky enough to meet was Advisory Board member Ed DaCosta ’81 VSB. We chatted over dinner,
he handed me a business card, and ultimately landed me a job at CBRE right after graduation. Over the next three years,
Chris and I held various roles in the real estate world. After starting his career at KPMG in Manhattan, Chris met Advisory
Board member and NJ-based developer Sam Morreale ’81 VSB, and soon after Chris began working for him at his firm,
Vision Real Estate Partners. Sam quickly became Chris’s first mentor in the real estate world and taught him to understand
a commercial real estate development, not just how to run it through Argus.
Right after our wedding in 2014, we decided to move to Austin, Texas. One of our first calls was to Dan O’Dea ’75 VSB,
to let him know we had landed in Austin. He warmly welcomed us, and let us know we could call on him for anything
we needed. Dan and his lovely wife Liz followed this with multiple invitations to great events at their home. In 2016, we
embarked on our first deal with Dan. Chris came across an interesting opportunity to renovate an old house in a nice
neighborhood and wondered whether Dan might want to hear about it. He called Dan, talked him through the deal, and
Dan generously and enthusiastically decided to contribute the equity and, more importantly, the mentorship.
We’re now working on six units with Dan’s help. He has been an incredibly astute and supportive mentor to us. He’s
given us the freedom to make mistakes we’ve learned from, and the guidance to keep the mistakes small enough that
we don’t lose our shirts (or his). Throughout it all, he’s been calm, collected, patient, amused and visionary. He’s full of
valuable lessons in life and business. Dan, founder and CEO of Delphi Affordable Housing. says “I never trust someone
who hasn’t failed in business. Someone who hasn’t failed is dangerous, because they think they’re bullet-proof.”
Following the success of our first few projects, we started receiving interest from other investors about how they might
get involved too. After much planning and deliberation, Dan, Chris and I embarked on building a new real estate development
company in Austin. The DiLella Center and the Villanova alumni network have been instrumental to our journeys.
They helped us launch our real estate careers, and ultimately made our partnership with Dan possible. In recognition and
appreciation of the impact the DiLella Center has had on each of us, we’ve pledged to donate 1 percent of our company’s
annual gross earnings to the DiLella Center.
’12 VSB
Greg Walsh
Based in Washington, DC, I’m currently working as an associate at The Carlyle Group, involved in the sourcing and acquisition
of new investments for the firm’s private-equity real estate funds. Prior to working at Carlyle, I was an associate
at AEW Capital Management in Boston, working on acquisitions and asset management for their opportunistic fund
platform. I owe a significant amount of gratitude to Villanova and the DiLella Center for Real Estate for preparing me for
my real estate career, and if it wasn’t for either, I wouldn’t even be in real estate at all.
I came to Villanova in the fall of 2008 as a third generation VSB student without any idea of what I wanted to do after I
graduated. By junior year, seemingly all of my friends had figured out what they wanted to do and were gearing up for
the summer internship season, and there I was without any idea what an investment bank was. In the spring semester,
I had a free elective available and decided to enroll in a Real Estate Investments course with Jessica Taylor. Little did I
know this single class would open up a career path that I never knew existed. Through the DiLella Center, I was able to
compete in real estate case competitions, obtain two internships, and meet industry mentors that I still keep in contact
with to this day.
While setting my sights on full-time work opportunities, I was amazed at the number of Villanova alumni working in the
industry, and I was fortunate to meet many of them through the DiLella Center. Through this process, I met and worked
for Steve Marzullo ’90 VSB at CBRE following graduation. Despite my desire to work on the principal investment side of
the business, Steve and his investment sales team were very supportive and I was able to further my real estate education
by learning from his impressive knowledge and experience of the brokerage world. I feel my time with Steve helped
me become a better overall real estate professional and am grateful for the opportunity I had with him.
I will forever be indebted to Villanova and the DiLella Center in helping me find an industry and career I am truly passionate
about. Recently, I have been able to connect with new Villanova graduates looking to get into the real estate world,
and I enjoy sharing my story and helping in any way I can.
“The DiLella Center is making an impressive impact on its students and our team
at CBRE has taken advantage for internships and new hires after graduation. Greg
came to us with a clear goal in mind to find a position on the equity side of the real
estate industry but realized the benefit of working with us to experience it from
Stephen Marzullo
another angle. It was a win-win situation for Greg and our team. It was clear from
’90 VSB
day one that Greg had a strong knowledge of the real estate industry and an ideal
Senior VP
personality. It didn’t take long for Greg to make his mark on our team. While we
would have preferred he remain with us long term, he stayed focused on his goal to
be on the principal side of the industry and politely declined our offer—several
times! We were pleased to introduce Greg to our clients and help him secure his first
CBRE{ position with AEW in Boston—a testament to Greg’s persistence and expertise; the
DiLella Center’s highly impactful program, guidance and leadership; and the power
of the Villanova alumni network.”
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’13 VSB
Gerard Rosenberger
My introduction to commercial real estate really came when I was a junior at Villanova and in Professor Jim Vesey’s Real
Estate Investments class. To say I was instantly hooked would be an understatement. I was one of the first students
eligible to co-major in it. From day one Professor Vesey preached that real state was a relationship business. I don’t think
that statement has ever held more truth for anyone than myself, especially in regards to my Villanova connections. My
two internships during college were for companies started by Villanova alums, Precision Realty Group and Equus Capital
Partners. I attained my first job out of college with the help of an introduction from Professor Vesey. At my current
company, GMH Capital Partners, the founder (Gary Holloway Sr. ’76 VSB), president (Gary Holloway Jr. ’00 VSB) and two
vice presidents in my direct group (Jim Kirby ’92 VSB and Greg Martini ’05 VSB) are all Villanova alums.
In my current position as an investment analyst, I focus on the acquisition and development of student housing and
conventional multifamily assets across the country. Some of my basic duties include underwriting, conducting in-depth
market and university research, and preparing presentations for partners and lenders. I believe my real estate classes at
Villanova prepared me with a great framework to excel early in my career.
One of the things I have enjoyed most about working with so many Villanova alums is the out-of-work interests (*cough*
basketball *cough*) that align. I was at the National Championship game and when Jenkins hit the final shot I instantly
sprinted towards the court. What I found funny was the first person to chase me was Gary Holloway Jr., the president of
my company, who was sitting ten rows ahead of me and saw me run past. In larger companies, not many employees in
the first five years of their career get face–to-face time with the president of their organizations, but thanks to our mutual
love for Villanova, here I was celebrating a national championship with the president of mine.
I am very grateful for my time at Villanova and with the DiLella Center. I left college more prepared than many others
entering real estate positions. Last year, I joined the recently formed Nova Next Council with the purpose of giving back
to the community that helped shape who I am today. It has been exciting to watch the growth and evolution of the
center since my time as a freshman at Nova, and I hope that I can take an active role in the continued advancement and
awareness of the Center.
Gary M. Holloway, Jr.
’00 VSB
President
GMH Capital Partners{
“At GMH we pride ourselves on being able to recruit top talent and we always
look to hire Villanova graduates whenever we can. Today we have 8 Villanova
grads in our corporate office with Gerard being the most recent addition.
Gerard has done Villanova and GMH proud. He is extremely dedicated and
hard working and is willing to roll up his sleeves and get the job done. He has
demonstrated that he is willing to learn and take direction from the senior
team and this has gone a long way. The team has embraced Gerard and is
confident in his work. Gerard has been given increasing responsibilities over
the last year and has consistently met or exceeded our expectations. We see
Gerard as someone who is poised for growth at GMH and look forward to
seeing him develop his career with us.”
’14 MBA
Brandon Segal
My Villanova experience began when I went back to school to obtain my MBA and further refine my business acumen.
The driving factor behind this decision was to reposition myself in an effort to transition into the real estate industry
after working the prior eight years in a family business. Through my time at Villanova I learned the necessary technical
skills along with being exposed to the vast Villanova alumni and faculty network that ultimately allowed me to make the
desired jump into the industry.
Villanova began to imprint on my career when I was halfway through my MBA track. I received a job offer at a singlefamily
home builder to rewrite their business model and to work in their land development department. Ultimately, my
time spent in the land development group is what opened my eyes to what I wanted my future career to be, but on a
larger scale. Towards the end of my MBA, I was selected to be a member of Villanova’s real estate case competition team
that would participate in the annual MIT competition. Our team was selected as a semifinalist and we flew to London
with our faculty advisors Tony Ziccardi and Charlie Davidson to present in front of international industry professionals.
Through the knowledge and advice provided by our advisors and the case competition presentation experience we
received, we all came back better prepared to work in the commercial real estate industry.
After the competition Professor Ziccardi took it upon himself to reach out and connect me with Peter DiLullo, who at
the time was the CEO and president of LCOR, an institutional multifamily developer. After nothing more than an informal
courtesy meet and greet, and a recommendation from Professor Ziccardi, I was hired as a developer working in the
Philadelphia Metro development group. Today, I am a development manager at LCOR responsible for the full life cycle of
multifamily or mixed-use ground-up development, which includes sourcing deals, site acquisition, contract negotiations,
market analysis, entitlement, project financing, underwriting, construction management, building design and project
management.
I love what I do and attribute the seamless transition and repositioning of my career to the time spent at Villanova and
the connections made through the Daniel M. DiLella Center for Real Estate. In an effort to give back to the school that
has given so much to me, I currently serve as a mentor to a VSB undergrad along with being a co-chair for the Jobs
Committee on the newly formed Nova Next Council. The evolution of the Real Estate Center over the last ten years has
been amazing to watch; I am excited to be part of it and see what the next ten years will hold.
Peter DiLullo II
’72 VSB
Chairman
LCOR{
“Character and integrity are traits we demand from our executives. Brandon
overflowed with both. Brandon was looking for bigger and better opportunities
in his career. He had the courage to recognize that and the conviction to do
something about it. We are fortunate at LCOR that he chose us to be part of
his future.”
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“On a daily basis,
I cross paths with
industry leaders
throughout the
country with ties to
Villanova.
I could not be more thankful
for the opportunities that
Villanova University, the
DiLella Center for Real Estate
and the wonderful staff at
Villanova have provided.”
– Carl Fiebig ’12 VSB
’15 MBA, ’10 VSB
Megan McGinnis
During my time as an undergrad at Villanova University, I enrolled in the first commercial real estate class available to
students. After participating in this class, I instantly knew that I wanted to pursue a career in real estate. The recession
drastically changed the economic landscape creating a vulnerable time across the nation and in particular, the real
estate industry. Therefore, after graduation I pursued an accelerated development program position to learn, develop
and grow; however, I always knew I would continue to build a personal resume that would allow me to pursue a career
in real estate.
Ten years later, I am an associate at HFF in the Philadelphia office on the Debt and Equity placement team. After two
years in an accelerated program after undergrad, I decided to double down on Villanova University, as the real estate
program had just continued to flourish, and enrolled in Villanova’s Fast Track MBA program. In my first semester in the
MBA program I accepted a position on the ownership side of commercial real estate in asset management. During my
first two years on the principal side of the business I was also still participating in the MBA program. This allowed me
to leverage the program’s willingness to teach its students, exposed me to a vast network of professionals, and allowed
me to employ resources the DiLella Center was offering, all while transitioning into the industry. New to the commercial
real estate industry, this networking allowed me to accelerate my ability to get immersed within the industry in the
Philadelphia region. During my time at The Buccini/Pollin Group I was fortunate to be exposed to all facets of the
business: asset management, leasing, construction, capital markets and property management. Over my tenure I became
passionate about the capital markets and knew it was time for a new chapter. Naturally, I engaged Villanova and the
DiLella Center for Real Estate as a sounding board as I began this search.
It was through Villanova that I learned about HFF, a relatively new brokerage platform in the Philadelphia region known
nationwide for its debt and equity capabilities. After meeting the leadership team, I instantly knew there was opportunity
within the organization to learn and grow as a professional. At this time I am actively working on debt and equity placement
across all product types, further deepening my understanding of the various products as well as the economic
drivers that will impact lending platforms. I am looking forward to seeing how this new chapter unfolds.
CELEBRATING 10 YEARS
Mark Thomson
’05 VSB
Senior Managing
Director and Co-Head
Philadelphia, HFF Lp{
“When I sat across the table from Megan I was impressed, not only with her
knowledge of the industry, but also with her confidence. Needless to say, I was
not surprised when I learned that such a sharp person had graduated TWICE
from my alma mater! Megan and I got to know each other better through our
involvement in the Nova Next Council and when she told me she had always
wanted to make the move into brokerage, it was a no brainer for us to find a spot
for her.”
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’16 VSB
Morgan Cooke
I’d like to think the start of my real estate career began well before my job as an investment analyst at PGIM Real Estate.
My experience with the DiLella Center led me to countless opportunities within the industry and allowed me to form
long-lasting relationships with mentors and future colleagues. From class site visits to participating in real estate case
competitions across the country, the real estate program at Villanova not only prepared me for my career, but also cultivated
my love and passion for the asset class.
After PGIM Real Estate’s in-class presentation, I applied for and was selected to participate in their summer internship
program in real estate investment. Following my summer internship, I received a full-time offer as an asset management
analyst on PGIM Real Estate’s US value-add equity real estate fund, PRISA III. I currently provide asset management
oversight of the Fund’s retail portfolio, as well as a select group of apartment development properties. My responsibilities
include supporting the overall strategy, operations, financing, leasing and management of these assets, which total
approximately $881.3 million and are comprised of 1.2 million square feet of retail and 1,279 units of multifamily.
PGIM Real Estate’s prominent Villanova alumni base allows me to extend my time and connections with Villanova.
Through class presentations and on-campus visits, I hope to grow Villanova-based talent at PGIM Real Estate as well as
stay connected with the Villanova community.
Ian Christ
’04 VSB
Executive Director
PGIM Real Estate{
“PGIM Real Estate looks to attract, develop and retain the best talent. We’ve
worked with the DiLella Center at Villanova over the last three to four years to
recruit intern and full-time candidates. Morgan was an obvious fit—she
demonstrated a clear passion for the business, strong technicals and a desire
to continue to learn. We’re excited to have her on the team. Villanova should be
proud.”
’17 VSB
Gianna Ciminello
The DiLella Center has impacted my Villanova experience on both professional and personal levels that I am extremely
grateful for. The faculty and staff have consistently been there for me as role models, mentors and friends.
The summer following my sophomore year I was given the opportunity to intern at The Related Companies as a property
management intern for the Time Warner Center. Naturally, I was nervous to begin working there since I had yet to
complete a real estate class. I approached Jessica Taylor, the director of the DiLella Center, to ask her for advice. She
prepared me for the type of environment I was to encounter with an internship in the real estate industry. Her wise
words and kind demeanor made me feel comfortable going into the summer and reassured me that I had someone to
turn to back at Villanova. She also encouraged me to attend the annual Real Estate Picnic hosted by Professor Charlie
Davidson. This picnic enabled me to meet with more students and professors with similar interests as me.
Upon completion of my internship, I decided I wanted to pursue a career in the real estate industry but not particularly
in management. I expressed this to Professor Davidson, and he suggested I attend the first multi-day Commercial Real
Estate Trek in NYC that the DiLella Center was hosting. The purpose of this trek was to meet Villanova alumni in the
industry and gain exposure to the many different real estate paths. This trek effectively gave me an enhanced scope of
the industry and granted me the opportunity to network with various professionals. In preparation for the next summer,
the DiLella Center helped me with interview prep, resume review and internship search. They also encouraged me to
apply for the CREW Foundation National Scholarship, which I was awarded along with 11 other students throughout the
nation. The summer after my junior year, I worked for Pennrose as a development intern.
During my senior year, I was a part of Tony Ziccardi’s development class where I was given the opportunity to learn
about development projects in the classroom before seeing them in action on site tours. I was inspired to enter Villanova’s
Real Estate Development Case Competition. This experience was the most influential and rewarding opportunity I have
ever been given. Three teammates and I were given four days to analyze an investment opportunity and propose a new
development plan. After this competition, I could not wait to begin my job search for full-time positions in development.
The professors and others in the DiLella Center helped guide me every step of the way. I was introduced to John Peruto
’16 MBA, development manager for Philadelphia Suburban Development Corporation (PSDC). The position he offered
me was exactly the position I had described to my professors as my ultimate dream opportunity.
John M. Peruto Jr.
’16 MBA
Development Manager
PSDC{
“Having gone through Villanova’s MBA program and taking all courses
offered within the DiLella Center, I knew when it came time to hire our next
associate I would be connecting with my former professors for their honest
recommendations. Tony Ziccardi could not have been more helpful during my
search to find a great candidate. Gianna is smart and articulate, but most
importantly she was very well prepared for the beginning of her career in real
estate. There is no doubt in my mind the DiLella Center, its professors and
resources played a very big role in this.”
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Experiential Learning
CAREER CONFERENCE
REAL ESTATE TREKS
One of the key factors contributing
to the success of the DiLella Center
is the emphasis on experiential
learning. Our students have many
opportunities to get out of the
classroom and into the world of
commercial real estate regularly
through site visits, real estate treks
and case competitions.
When we are not on the road, we
bring commercial real estate experts
to our students through guest
lectures, the Real Estate Career
Conference, panel discussions,
keynote presentations, and even
resume reviews and informational
interviews.
The annual Real Estate Career Conference was one of the
first events hosted by the DiLella Center in early 2008.
Each year it features a panel of young alumni discussing
their transitions from students to professionals, a keynote,
and a networking session with real estate professionals.
This program differs from traditional career fairs in that it
serves as an introduction to the many facets of commercial
real estate, allowing students to explore possible career
paths in an informal and interactive environment.
For many students, this event is their first exposure to
the world of commercial real estate and to the Villanova
Real Estate family.
Keynote speakers at the annual Real Estate Career Conference have all
been leaders of the industry and have included:
Dan DiLella ’73 VSB, President and CEO, Equus Capital Partners
Shaun Lyons ’00 CLAS, Founder, Precision Realty Group
Steve Furnary ’72 VSB, Executive Chairman, Clarion Partners
For many, one of the most attractive aspects of real
estate is that there are so many exciting career paths
within it. For students and young professionals, the
abundance of options can be overwhelming. The DiLella
Center offers several treks each year that allow students
to experience a variety of sectors, firm types and sizes,
cities, specializations, and roles. During each trek,
12 to 20 students visit a minimum of four firms, learning
about the mission of each and how a new grad might
contribute. Every trek includes at least one project tour
and a mix of investment, development and service firm
interactive sessions.
The DiLella Center relies heavily on our alumni, strategic
board members and Nova Next Council members to
open their doors to our students, faculty and staff.
Over the years, trek stops have included:
Blackstone
Clarion Partners
KPMG
EY
Pearson Partners
CBRE
Langan
Urban Development Partners
Tishman Speyer
CH Rhodes
Wells Fargo
AthenianRazak
Hersha Hospitality
Brandywine Realty Trust
Marcus & Millichap
LaSalle Investment Management
LCOR
Bill Hankowsky, President and CEO, Liberty Property Trust
Liberty Property Trust
Bill Glazer, CEO, Keystone Property Group
Jerry Sweeney, President and CEO, Brandywine Realty Trust
Richard Smith P ’17, President and CEO, Realogy
Ward Fitzgerald, Managing Principal and CEO, Exeter Property Group
Doug Yearley, CEO and Director, Toll Brothers
Equus Capital Partners
Convene
PREIT
Students have had “backstage” tours of
projects in varied stages of completion,
including:
Brian O’Neill, Founder, O’Neill Properties
Ryan Simonetti ’05 VSB, CEO and Co-founder, Convene
Gallery at Market East
The Navy Yard
1919 Market
FMC Tower
30 Rock
The Real Estate Career Conference offers students
a chance to network with industry leaders.
230 Park Avenue
Hudson Yards
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CASE COMPETITIONS
One of the most effective ways to learn about real-world commercial real estate is
to dive into the analysis of a real-world project. The Villanova Real Estate Challenge
is a national real estate development case competition for students from the top
undergraduate real estate programs. The Challenge gathers 16 teams—comprised
of the next generation of real estate leaders—together with judges and sponsors
representing leading real estate firms. The Villanova case competition is a project
that incorporates all aspects of development, from financing to design. Student
presentations are judged by senior executives representing top firms from all areas
of the commercial real estate industry.
Time and time again, student competitors claim that case participation is the
most valuable academic experience they’ve ever had. At the DiLella Center, we see
the tremendous effort that competitors put into their projects and the in-depth
learning that occurs as a result. For those reasons, we offer Villanova students
the opportunity to compete in the Villanova Real Estate Challenge and similar
challenges hosted by Cornell University, University of Southern California, NAIOP
NJ, MIT and, for the first time this year, University of Maryland. Our students
have enjoyed three first-place victories including Cornell, Villanova and MIT, as
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Cross-College Real Estate Education at Villanova
Dr. Shawn Howton, Faculty Director
As we developed our VSB real estate curriculum one
thing we all agreed on was that the perfect real estate
program would reach across colleges and disciplines.
Many of Villanova’s colleges were already studying
issues central to the built environment—we just needed
to facilitate the bridge that would connect them and
give our students more complete perspective. Curran
Darling ’13 CLAS, a Communications major whose story
is in this issue, was one of our society presidents and a
great fit for the real estate industry. We knew there were
students like Curran all over campus that our initially
VSB-exclusive co-major was missing.
The reasons a real estate education is cross-disciplinary
by nature lie in the broad, interconnectedness of the
industry. Real estate, and the built environment, touches
the lives of everyone. It surrounds us as we live, work
and play and contributes to the collective well-being of
society, including providing reasonable returns to
institutional investors investing for retirement on behalf
of workers throughout the country and world. The design
and thoughtful development of the built environment
can enhance employee productivity, create communities,
mitigate the negative effects that buildings can have on
the environment, and provide quality of life improvements
for all parts of the socioeconomic spectrum.
Given the obvious importance of the built environment
in the everyday lives of people, the lack of formal
educational programs in universities around the world
is somewhat surprising.
The process of planning, developing, owning and
operating commercial real estate is cross functional and
does not occur in silos. Engineers, architects, general
contractors, developers, and ultimately property owner
and operators all need to work together to ensure the
resulting built environment services a growing global
population in a way that is functional and minimizes the
negative effects on the environment. Each participant
must also realize that the institutions and individuals
providing capital for these endeavors need to receive a
fair risk-adjusted return for contributing their capital.
These issues are only going to grow in importance over
the coming decades, as developed economies will have
to replace often crumbling infrastructures and rethink
their urban cores where more and more people reside.
Emerging economies also have to create infrastructure
to support moving into the developed world. The
United Nations recently forecast the global population
will grow by approximately 2 billion people by 2050.
Fitting that many people into the built environment
provides many challenges to policy makers and industry
professionals in the coming decades. Training the
future leaders of the real estate industry to understand
the breadth of their endeavor will help ensure the future
development works for all involved with and impacted
by the built environment.
The DiLella Center has been training
students for careers in real estate since
its inception.
Last year, the president and provost started an initiative
to support cross-college education. The DiLella team
jumped at the opportunity and the first cross-college
program in the built environment was created. Launching
fall of 2018 with a focus on giving all incoming VU
undergrads a chance to broadly explore the built
environment, it will be taught by instructors from
multiple colleges. Students will gain a broad view of
the issues involved in creating and maintaining a built
environment that works for all stakeholders.
The strength of Villanova is in its broad-based,
Augustinian-informed education. Creating programs
that build on this core by teaching students about the
interconnected nature of their chosen field can lead
to innovative programs that enhance the lifelong
employment opportunities of our graduates and increase
their ability to become leaders and ignite change in an
industry central to the well-being of us all.
“The exposure the DiLella Center for Real Estate provided me during my undergraduate career at Villanova University
was unrivaled, and has continued to stimulate my career and personal life since my graduation. Despite being a
Communications major in the School of Liberals Arts, I immersed myself in the real estate program after my
involvement in the Summer Business Institute. I quickly realized my passion for the real estate industry and became
President of the Villanova Real Estate Society. My involvement with VRES occurred at a pivotal time, as we were
working hand-in-hand with the DiLella Center to introduce students to the expanded real estate curriculum offered
as part of the Business School’s double major.
Dan DiLella hosted me spring semester of my junior year to discuss my interest in the real estate industry. The passion
with which he spoke about his career, his philanthropic responsibilities and the DiLella Center for Real Estate was
captivating. I was determined to emulate his successes. Dan offered me a summer internship at Equus Capital Partners
during my final semester at Villanova—the experience jump-started my career.
Today, I am a member of the Nova Next Council, working with the DiLella Center to advance the Villanova real estate
community around the country. The relationships I have formed through my involvement with Nova Next and the
DiLella Center have been paramount to my success thus far. I recently joined Distribution Realty Group, a privatelyheld
owner and developer of industrial real estate, and been able to leverage relationships formed through Villanova
to further my career and our firm’s success. I am ever-grateful for what the Center and specifically Dan DiLella
has done for me in both my professional and personal life.”
CELEBRATING 10 YEARS
– Curran Darling, ’13 CLAS
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Daniel M. DiLella Center for Real Estate
Milestones
The center connects and mobilizes the Villanova real estate community—
through educational programs, thought leadership initiatives, and networking
events—to expand the horizons of a new generation of real estate leaders
and to generate vibrant conversations on issues facing the real estate industry.
2007 2008 2009 2010 2011
2012
2013 2014 2015 2016 2017
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Tim Hoffman joins Center as associate director
Shawn D. Howton, PhD appointed faculty director
Daniel M. DiLella’s initial $1M gift
Undergrad Real Estate Investments course offered
Jim Vesey joins Center as fellow and adjunct professor
Real Estate minor created
Advisory Board established
Center hosts first industry event: Commercial Credit Crisis
Initial DiLella Center for Real Estate Career Conference
Urban Land Institute partnership established
Charlie Davidson joins Center as fellow and adjunct professor
MBA Real Estate course offered
Initial Villanova Real Estate Challenge; Villanova team places 3rd
Tony Ziccardi joins Center as fellow and adjunct professor
Jessica Taylor joins Center as director
Real Estate co-major created
Villanova participates in USC Real Estate Challenge
DiLella Center membership program launches locally
Daniel M. DiLella awarded Bartley Medallion
ARGUS mastery required for all Real Estate co-majors
DiLella Center membership launches in NYC
ICSC partnership established
First four students graduate with Real Estate co-major
Villanova participates in the Cornell Real Estate Challenge
Initial NYC Real Estate trek
Villanova team places 2nd at USC Real Estate Challenge
DiLella Center membership launches in DC
Angela Layne joins Center as program coordinator
Villanova team places 1st at Cornell International Real Estate Competition
Initial Real Estate CFO Discussion
Villanova team places 1st at Villanova Real Estate Challenge
Initial Villanova Real Estate CEO Panel Discussion
Charlie Davidson becomes full-time professor of practice
CCIM partnership established
Villanova team places 3rd at Villanova Real Estate Challenge
CoreNET and Counselors of Real Estate partnerships established
Villanova MBA team advances to semi-finals at MIT Challenge
Villanova team places 2nd at USC Real Estate Challenge
Jessica Taylor receives 2015 CREW Career Advancement for Women Award
Initial Philly Real Estate trek
Accelerated Real Estate Education for executives created
Charlie Davidson receives Villanova University William J. O’Neill Faculty Award
Initial multi-day NYC Real Estate trek
Villanova team places 2nd at USC Real Estate Challenge
Kate Gentile joins Center as program coordinator
Nova Next Council for rising professionals created
Angela Layne ’16 MBA receives Dean’s Award of Excellence
Villanova places 1st at NAIOP case competition
Villanova places 1st at MIT Real Estate Challenge
Villanova places 3rd at Villanova Real Estate Challenge
10 years of Real Estate at Villanova University!
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10 Years of Student Scholarships 2007–2017 For our students, it’s the ability to learn the intricate pieces of our industry. They have
repeatedly stated that our courses were the best in their learning experience at Villanova.
CREW Network Foundation
Kieran P. Quinn ICSC
They really love the real-life experience! – Tony Ziccardi, Business Fellow
2011 Emily DiNovo ’12 VSB
Kristen Killeen ’12 VSB
2013 Shannon Richards ’14 VSB
2010 Valentin Flores ’11 VSB
2011 Greg Walsh ’12 VSB
2012 Gerard Rosenberger ’13 VSB
It’s not hyperbole to say that I owe a career that I love to Villanova’s real estate program. The passion
of Dr. Howton and Professors Vesey and Ziccardi rubbed off on me. I wouldn’t be where I am without
them. In hindsight, looking forward to those 8:30 classes was a clear sign. Real estate got me out of
bed in the morning then—happily it still does.
Rick Murphy ’09 VSB
2016 Gianna Ciminello ’17 VSB
CREW Philadelphia Scholarship
2016 Kiera McCloy ’17 VSB
Excellence in Real Estate Medallion
2014 Peter Naccarato ’14 VSB
2015 Connor Milanaik ’15 VSB
2016 Christian Vergilio ’16 VSB
2017 Tyler Bausinger ’17 VSB
2013 Rachel Paolino ’14 VSB
Shannon Richards ’14 VSB
2014 Rudy Celli ’15 VSB
Alex Greenberg ’16 VSB
2015 Morgan Cooke ’16 VSB
Megan Helmig ’16 VSB
2016 Kiera McCloy ’17 VSB
Austin Neri ’17 VSB
2017 Nicholas Testa ’18 VSB
Shaun Topper ’18 VSB
As a student, I was given the opportunity to connect with industry professionals through
the DiLella Center. Now I want to serve current students, sharing with them my story,
my success and my encouragement to explore their own path within real estate.
I find myself submerged in a lifestyle full of energy, passion and potential, allowing myself, my
peers and my community to forge great things. Because of the support I received through the
DiLella Center, I am dedicated to furthering the careers and goals of those who share the same
passion and drive for real estate.
The DiLella Center for Real Estate was a catalyst for my career and because
of that, I am able to give back.
I am truly grateful for the exposure the DiLella Center provided me during my
Villanova career. The Center allowed me to position myself as a valuable employee
upon graduation and I have continued to benefit from my involvement. I look forward
to paying it forward as an active alumni member.
Kevin Healey ’11 VSB
Jennifer Niedzwiecki ’12 VSB
Shannon Bona ’11 VSB
Curran Darling ’13 CLAS
ULI Philadelphia Future Leaders
2013 Shannon Richards ’14 VSB
Whether exchanging weekly emails regarding the most relevant marketplace deals or having
beers near campus or in Center City Philadelphia, the DiLella Center fosters a strong and
enjoyable business network.
Paul Mascola ’13 VSB
2015 Alexandra Zeuli ’16 VSB
The DiLella Center helped me discover my passion for real estate
through classes and through real-world experiences.
Connor Milanaik ’15 VSB
I can clearly discern the moments where members of the DiLella Center gave me much more
attention than even my dedicated academic advisors—whether I was actually looking for
attention, or not. That compassion and intimacy to educate students and expose them to multiple
opportunities was absolutely unrivaled by any other faculty and staff group within VSB.
Alex Greenberg ’16 VSB
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CELEBRATING 10 YEARS
Congratulations to
DiLella Center for Real Estate
Award-winning Faculty
Dr. Shawn Howton
2018 Meyer Innovation and Creative Excellence Award
Professor Charlie Davidson
2016 William J. O’Neill Award
for Undergraduate/Graduate Teaching Excellence
Professor Tony Ziccardi
2018 William J. O’Neill Award
for Undergraduate/Graduate Teaching Excellence
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HFF named
“Best of 2017”
Rankings from Mid-Atlantic Real Estate Journal Survey
Best/Largest Office Sale of 2017
Six Property Office Portfolio - Northern New Jersey
proudly joins
Largest Industrial Sale
19 Chapin Road, Montville, New Jersey
Largest Multifamily Sale
22-Property Multihousing Portfolio - Philadelphia Suburbs
Largest Medical Office Sale
8001 and 8040 Roosevelt Boulevard - Philadelphia
Best Financial Deal of 2017
51, 101 and 103 JFK Parkway - Short Hills, NJ
in celebrating its 10 th Anniversary
and congratulates our colleague
Daniel M. DiLella
President & CEO
for his vision and leadership in creating one of the best
real estate programs in the country
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ON ITS 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY!
Congratulations to Dan and
the DiLella Center for Real Estate
on 10 years of developing the
real estate industry leaders
of tomorrow!
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PROPERTY GROUP

Daniel M. DiLella
Center for Real Estate
Faculty and Staff
Shawn Howton, PhD
Faculty Director
Professor of Finance
shawn.howton@villanova.edu
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Director
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Professor of Practice
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Business Fellow and Adjunct Professor
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Program Coordinator
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